NC
Durham
Durham
27707
1608 Fayetteville Street
1608 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC 27707
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Listing Type
Single Family
Listing Status
Active
40
$549,900

Home Details for 1608 Fayetteville Street

Price
$549,900
Type
Residential
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
3.0
Square feet
3408
Year built
1919
Lot size acres
0.14
County
Durham
Total rooms
13
Garage
Basement
Partial, Unfinished
Days on site
110
MLS Listing#
10132796
Property Description

THE SHEPARD HOUSE: HISTORIC SCALE & UNBEATABLE VALUE. Now offered at an incredible $144/sq ft, this breathtaking 6-bedroom estate in the Fayetteville St District is a substantial investment opportunity or a rare find for a large family. Unlike typical 1920s builds, major systems are updated: over $30k in recent improvements includes new HVAC ductwork (2024), a 75-gallon water heater (11/2025), updated plumbing, and extensive roof work. The turnkey interior features a show-stopping grand double staircase, soaring ceilings, gleaming original hardwoods, modernized kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances, and cozy gas fireplace. FLEXIBLE 6-BEDROOM LAYOUT: Ideal for growing families needing dedicated home offices and guest space, or as a high-yield rental targeting the NCCU student market (estimated gross rent $5k+/mo). Prime location just minutes from NCCU, Duke, and Downtown, and 5 blocks from the American Tobacco Trail. Private parking pad for 2-3 vehicles. Fenced yard provides safe space for kids and pets. Large laundry room with 2 washers/2 dryers conveys. Own a turnkey historic mansion for a fraction of local comps. Lender credit of $3,500 available.

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Property Features
  • House Interior
    • Breakfast Bar
    • Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Crown Molding
    • Granite Counters
    • High Ceilings
    • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Basement
    • Partial
    • Unfinished
  • Cooling Information
    • Central Air
  • Heating Information
    • Central
  • Water Features
    • Public
  • Parking
    • Concrete
  • Fire Place
    • Family Room
School Information
School Information for 1608 Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC 27707
Elementary School
Durham - Spaulding
Middle School
Durham - Shepard
High School
Durham - J D Clement Early College
Listing Courtesy: Keller Williams Elite Realty - 984-244-5830
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Last Updated: 2026-02-20 16:51:21
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